Community Service Officer - Part - time

City of Colton, CA; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Colton's Police Department is seeking part-time Community Service Officers to perform non-sworn law enforcement duties. This role involves traffic control, report preparation, and assisting sworn officers. Candidates must have a high school diploma and three years of public contact experience. The position offers a salary range of $46,000.86 to $55,914.35 annually, with no benefits for part-time roles.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement - up to $2,500 per fiscal year

City paid life insurance coverage in the amount of $50,000

City paid short term and long term disability insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in clerical and/or public contact.
• Possession of a valid California Class 'C' driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a PC832 within one year.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-sworn, non-emergency law enforcement duties.
• Interview citizens and prepare reports on incidents.
• Assist sworn officers and respond to citizen calls for service.

Skills

Report Writing

Public Relations

Traffic Control

First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Supplemental College Coursework in Sociology or Psychology

Job description

Salary : $46,000.86 - $55,914.35 Annually

Job Type : Part-Time

Job Number : 24 / 25-00072

Department : Police Department

Opening Date : 03 / 11 / 2025

Definition

The Colton Police Department is currently hiring part-time Community Service Officers.

There are no benefits associated with part-time positions.

This recruitment is continuous

Interested and qualified candidates should apply early, as the recruitment can close at any time.

DESCRIPTION :

Under general supervision, is assigned to perform non-sworn, non-emergency, uniformed, law enforcement and crime prevention duties; parking enforcement, to take and prepare a variety of reports; may assist with traffic control; and perform other related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :

The Community Service Officer is a non-sworn position class responsible for law enforcement and crime prevention duties.

Essential Functions

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Interview citizens and prepare reports on accidents, offenses and incidents.

Assist in controlling traffic at emergency and accident scenes.

Assist crime prevention in the presentation of community and civic programs and projects.

May respond to radio dispatchers and assist sworn officers with investigations.

May respond to citizen calls for service.

Assist and provide information to motorists and the general public.

Impound property.

Enforces parking regulations, and impounds vehicles.

Coordinate and schedule service or repairs with City's building maintenance personnel or other vendors when needed.

Operate a computer terminal, printer, and enter, modify, and retrieve a wide variety of police records and reports.

Compile, tabulate and verify statistical data and reports.

May assist or perform animal control duties.

May perform Police Dispatch duties as assigned.

Administer first aid as necessary.

Perform non-emergency law enforcement duties as assigned.

Maintain prompt and regular attendance.

Fleet Maintenance Responsibilities :

• Inspect police vehicles for proper operation and safety.

Schedule routine maintenance and repair with the City's Auto Shop.

Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments such as changing flat tires, light bulbs, emergency equipment, or police radio equipment.

Obtain estimates and arrange for the service and repair by designated outside agencies or vendors for automotive repairs or installation of equipment.

Transport vehicles for maintenance, repair and wash.

Maintain and monitor vehicle equipment and supplies.

Jump start vehicles with weak or dead batteries

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :

A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be :

Education : A high school diploma or the equivalent is required. Supplemental college course work in sociology, psychology, English, report writing, public relations, or related course work.

Experience : Three (3) years of experience in clerical and / or public contact experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles and good driving record.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a PC832 within one year from date of appointment.

At least 18 years of age upon appointment.

Additional Information

Recruitment and Selection Process

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be screened to determine which candidates possess the experience that best meets the City's needs. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an oral board interview. Candidates successful in this process will have their name certified to an eligibility list. This list will be valid for one (1) year and will be used for all hire selections.

Positions designated in the Colton Police Civilian Employee Association receive the following benefits :

• Cafeteria Amount for the purchase of medical, dental and vision insurance is $1,625.00 / mo effective August, 2024.
• Employees hired on or after May 1, 2018, shall have a maximum cap of $500 for cash in-lieu.
• Up to 80 hours per year of vacation accrued for 0 - 5 years of service
• Up to 96 hours of sick leave (8 hours accrued monthly)
• 12 paid holidays (per calendar year)
• 20 floating holiday hours (per fiscal year)
• California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for Miscellaneous Members :

Classic Members hired prior to 6 / 1 / 2012 benefit level is 2.7% @ 55

Classic Members hired after 6 / 1 / 2012 benefit level is 2.5% @ 55

PEPRA Members hired after 1 / 1 / 2013 benefit level is 2% @ 62

• City paid short term and long term disability insurance coverage
• City paid life insurance coverage in the amount of $50,000
• City does not participate in the Social Security System
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $2,500 per fiscal year after passing probation.
• Six month probationary period.

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

This position requires three (3) years of experience in a clerical and / or public contact environment. Please provide a brief description of your experience. If you do not have experience, please write N / A.

Special Requirement : Do you possess or have the ability to obtain, a PC832 within one (1) year of hire? If you currently possess a PC832, please upload a copy to this application.

You will be working in the Police Department and subject to a thorough background investigation, including a Personal History Questionnaire and pre-employment physical. Please indicate, "Yes" that you understand you are subject to the investigation and pre-employment physical. If you do not understand and will not participate in the thorough investigation, please indicate "No : .

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